Students, faculty, and even a few parents who were in town visiting turned out this afternoon at 12 Bull for an oyster roast and book release party. Jim Ward and Dr. Ofunniyin who are teaching a Preserving Gullah Graveyard Traditions elective course this spring brought some fantastic Gullah inspired dishes to share, and Dr. Gilmore brought a Caribbean standby for the group to try- salted fish with plantains! As everyone feasted, they also celebrated some of Dr. Stiefel’s latest publications, most notably a compilation of student senior papers that were published in a peer reviewed book, What is Your Heritage and the State of its Preservation?: Essays on Family History Exploration from the Field.

Delicious oysters from Beaufort, SC, fresh out of the steamer.

Students and faculty enjoy a beautiful spring day in the back yard at 12 Bull.